Aloe vera ... much more than a plant!

in #farms6 years ago

Aloe vera is an exotic and very useful plant, which is why we find it in homes around the world. Here is part of its history for those who still do not know the prominence of this necessary bush.

Origin and characteristics of the plant:

Short stem covered with leaves, measuring up to 30 centimeters high. Its leaves can reach 50 centimeters long and 8 centimeters wide. They are usually found in sandy areas and on the edge of the coasts, at sea level up to 200 meters above sea level.

Aloe is native to Africa, but today we find it anywhere in the world, mainly in temperate zones. It is a fairly common plant in the homes of many people, although as we have already indicated its main quality is curative, well above the ornamental value.

In ancient times it was only used to obtain the substance by cutting directly the leaves of the plant. At present, you can also incorporate it in the form of gel, tablets, capsules, creams and tonics among other things in pharmacies, herbalists and natural food stores.

It is cultivated many times as a decorative plant, however, it is its medicinal and beauty properties that give it such prominence.

Benefits of aloe:

Aloe Vera is a plant with medicinal powers, it is perfect to treat many conditions. Between them:

. It is ideal to treat diabetes.
. Improves digestion and treats digestive problems.
. It is a good antihistamine and dilates the bronchi.
. It has healing, moisturizing and regenerating properties.
. It disinfects the skin and eliminates the accumulation of dead cells. . Reduces burns, softens, soothes irritations and treats acne.
. It is very rich in vitamins and minerals that help maintain the proper functioning of the body.
. Decreases body fat; Being a great purifier helps eliminate the fat that accumulates in certain parts of the body.
. It is a natural anti-inflammatory, reduces the oxidation of the acid responsible for inflammation.

His properties:

Aloe Vera has antiseptic powers that help to disinfect the skin and promotes the elimination of dead cells, this aloe plant is one of the best known in the world thanks to its beneficial properties for health, beauty and home.

. It contains vitamin A, C, E and B vitamins, minerals and folic acid.
. It contains glutamic acid, aspartic acid, alanine, glycine, among others.
. Regulates the body's glucose.
. It provides a large amount of enzymes, amylase, lipase, phosphatase, among others.
. It is a dietary supplement.
. It is depurative, detoxifying and promotes digestion.
. It is soothing, moisturizing and regenerating.
. It is considered a potent antiviral.
. Treat burns
. It calms the itch of insect bites.
. Wonderful healing

Take the juice of aloe vera and "While the doctor waits, Milagros make the aloe vera."

Aloe vera juice helps us to purify our body and is an ally when it comes to losing weight. Ingesting this plant helps us eliminate toxins and burn fats more easily. This aloe juice is a food supplement that, in any case, can replace the food. The intention, combine it with a balanced diet and regular sports practice. If we follow these guidelines, our regime will be much more effective.

Aloe vera juice is also very effective for gastrointestinal problems such as constipation. Aloe Vera has laxative and depurative properties, so taken in the right amounts, can help us combat this problem.

We also have the option of helping our body with some shake or homemade aloe vera juice. For example, beating strawberries with orange and a tablespoon of aloe pulp is really beneficial for our body if we take this mixture every morning.

Another rich and effective recipe that gives you all the benefits of aloe vera juice results from mixing pineapple, cucumber and aloe vera. The sweet tooth can add a little stevia to sweeten the smoothie even more.

And well ... as I mentioned at the beginning ... "Aloe Vera, much more than a plant".

Grateful for your time, dear readers. Until another chance!
Blessings

References:
https://ibizaloe.com/sabila
https://ibizaloe.com/sabila/

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